Cost of Living in Cottondale, AL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.5
100 = national avg
-22.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,087
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,569
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.0
Food83.8
Transportation67.6
Healthcare87.1
Utilities85.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$972
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,169
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cottondale is 77.5, which is 22.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,087 per year to cover basic expenses.